Israeli Man Arrested for Spying for Iran
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS by baba
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- An Israeli man was arrested for allegedly spying for Iran.
- He allegedly performed security tasks for payment.
- The Shin Bet and police are involved in the investigation.
- He will face charges of harming state security.
- Authorities urged public vigilance against suspicious online requests.
Israeli police and the Shin Bet security agency announced Friday the arrest of a 25-year-old Israeli citizen from Baqa al-Gharbiyye, identified as Mohammad Fahmi Mohammad Khalaf, on suspicion of carrying out security missions for Iranian intelligence.
The arrest, which occurred several weeks ago, is part of a joint investigation by the police, the "Asher" district's special investigations unit, the cyber unit of Lahav 433, and the Shin Bet. This case is another instance where Iranian intelligence has allegedly recruited Israeli citizens to advance terrorist activities against Israel.
According to the investigation, the suspect was in contact online with an enemy agent and performed a series of tasks for payment. Following the investigation, which established a solid evidentiary basis against him, the Haifa District Prosecutor's Office is expected to file a severe indictment today in the Haifa District Court for offenses against state security.
Both the Israel Police and the Shin Bet stated they view any involvement of Israeli citizens in activities endangering national security with utmost gravity. They pledged to continue using all available means to thwart threats and prosecute those involved. The authorities urged the public to remain vigilant, avoid communicating with unknown individuals online, and report any suspicious requests.
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